Polished sodalite point in deep royal blue, traversed by white veins that create a landscape on the stone. Slender and elongated (21.8 × 7.6 × 5 mm), hand-cut and polished in our workshop from raw material, untreated.
Piece Details
| Mineral |
Sodalite (sodium aluminum silicate with chlorine) |
| Dimensions |
21.8 × 7.6 × 5 mm |
| Shape |
Free-form point, slender and elongated |
| Finish |
Mirror polish |
| Hardness |
5.5–6 on the Mohs scale |
| Color |
Royal blue with white veins |
| Treatment |
Untreated |
| Type of piece |
Unique piece |
About this specific piece
Blue is the protagonist: a royal, saturated tone that leans towards indigo in denser areas and lightens into cloudy gradients in others. The white veins—clear crystals that grew within the sodalite—cross the point like branches and give it depth, avoiding the flat blue of imitations.
It is a narrow and tall point, almost a slender obelisk. This slender proportion takes advantage of the best color zone of the original block and makes it suitable for a long-lined pendant or a small standing piece for a display case.
How sodalite forms
Sodalite is a feldspathoid that crystallizes in silica-poor igneous rocks, such as nepheline syenites, from sodium-rich magmas. Its blue color comes from the mineral's own structure, with sulfur ions trapped in the crystal lattice. The white veins are usually calcite or natrolite that filled fractures during its formation.
What it's good for
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Wire wrapping and pendants — its elongated shape is perfect for wire wrapping as a vertical, natural-style pendant.
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925 silver setting — with a hardness of 5.5–6, it can be bezel-set; the blue contrasts very well with silver.
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Collection and display — it stands upright as a decorative table or display case point.
Sodalite in lapidary tradition
Sodalite was first described in 1811 from samples in Greenland, and gained popularity when large deposits were discovered in Canada in the early 20th century—so much so that it became known as "Princess Stone" after being used to decorate a British royal residence. Since then, it has been a lapidary classic for its intense and affordable blue.
In crystal tradition, sodalite is associated with mental clarity and sincere expression—the stone for those who organize their thoughts before speaking.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
How to recognize genuine sodalite
Authentic sodalite is royal blue with white veins and, unlike lapis lazuli, does not have golden pyrite specks. It is opaque, with a vitreous to greasy luster after polishing, and lighter than many stones of its size. Many sodalite pieces show orange fluorescence under ultraviolet light, a useful trait to distinguish it from dyed glass.
Frequently Asked Questions
Sodalite or lapis lazuli?
They are similar, but sodalite has a more uniform blue with white veins and lacks the golden pyrite typical of lapis lazuli. This piece is sodalite.
Is it treated?
No. No detectable treatment. The blue is natural. This statement is based on lapidary observation; the piece does not include formal gemological certification.
Is it suitable for rings?
Better for pendants and earrings. With a hardness of 5.5–6, it withstands wear, but for rings, a bezel setting that protects the edges is advisable.
How to care for it?
Clean it with a soft cloth and warm water; avoid ultrasonics and harsh chemicals. More in jewelry care.
More about sodalite: properties and uses. See also: points and all stones.
